ESKOLD 5MG/50MG CAP

Overview

ESKOLD 5MG/50MG CAP is a Schedule G drug.

ESKOLD 5MG/50MG CAP is composed of: PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE (50.0 MG), DIPHENHYDRAMINE (5.0 MG)

Phenylpropanolamine belongs to a class of medications called nasal decongestants. It stimulates receptors on blood vessels in the nose and sinuses leading to its constriction and reduction in blood flow thereby relieving congestion. Phenylpropanolamine is used in the treatment of allergy symptoms.


Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. Diphenhydramine is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms. Diphenhydramine is also used to treat motion sickness, to induce sleep, and to treat certain symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Usage

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is generally used to treat: Allergy
PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

DIPHENHYDRAMINE is generally used to treat: Hives, Skin Rash, Common Cold, Allergy
DIPHENHYDRAMINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Runny Nose, Eyes Watery Eyes

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

ESKOLD 5MG/50MG CAP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for ESKOLD 5MG/50MG CAP and its Constituents


It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate dangerous machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of sugar, increased eye pressure, thyroid disease, prostate enlargement, difficulty in urination, heart, liver or kidney disease, during pregnancy and breast feeding.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, lung disease, increased eye pressure, ulcer, difficulty in urinating, enlarged prostate, heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. if it is topical one avoid contact with eyes and mouth.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DIPHENHYDRAMINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Drowsiness, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils, Restless Or Irritability, Hallucinations

Common Side-Effects

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE : Anxiety, Dizziness, Nervousness, Drowsiness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Difficulty Urinating, Nausea, Vomit
DIPHENHYDRAMINE : Dizziness, Drowsiness, Loss Of Coordination, Nausea, Vomit, Constipation, Head Headache, Nervousness, Weakness (generalized)

Rare Side-Effects

DIPHENHYDRAMINE : Skin Rash, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

DIPHENHYDRAMINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Depression, Asthma, COPD, Hyperthyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
DIPHENHYDRAMINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ESKOLD 5MG/50MG CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ESKOLD 5MG/50MG CAPINR 16.66 for 10 CAPSULESPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE 50.0 MG, DIPHENHYDRAMINE 5.0 MG